Audiobooks narrated by Grant Cartwright

Azure AI Engineer Associate (AI-102) Study Guide: In-Depth Certification Guide and Practice

"With the recent generative AI boom, organizations are investing more resources into adapting artificial intelligence into their workloads, making the demand for AI skills higher than ever. With Microsoft Azure leading the pack with services for developing and deploying AI solutions, professionals looking to break into this field would be wise to start their journey by getting certified as an Azure AI Engineer. But Azure's AI-102 exam isn't a piece of cake. This comprehensive study guide provides everything you need to know to pass the exam with flying colors. Packed with expert guidance on how to approach the exam, apply the best study tactics, and more, this book thoroughly covers all six exam domains and takes you one step closer to certification. Author Renaldi Gondosubroto helps you understand all phases of AI solutions development, from requirements definition and design to development, deployment, and integration, along with maintenance, performance tuning, and monitoring throughout. The book then walks you through ways to implement these systems, including decision support, computer vision, natural language processing, knowledge mining, document intelligence, and generative AI solutions."

Renaldi Gondosubroto (Author), Grant Cartwright (Narrator)

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Winx: The Full Story of the World's Best Racehorse

"Winx joins Phar Lap and Bradman in the history books: a national sporting idol and the world's best racehorse. Australia's world champion racehorse Winx has become a sporting giant, transcending racing in the same way that Muhammad Ali transcends boxing and Bradman transcends cricket. She is described by her trainer, Chris Waller, as a supreme athlete—a world-class sprinter with a freakish ability to dominate longer distances 'like Usain Bolt running in 1500-metre races.' She is the Phar Lap of the modern age, and one of the greatest racehorses in 300 years of thoroughbred racing. In Winx, Andrew Rule, her owners, her breeder, her trainer and her rider tell the real stories behind the world's greatest racehorse."

Andrew Rule (Author), Grant Cartwright (Narrator)

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Rumors of Her Death

"The most dangerous lies are the ones we tell ourselves. When the man calling himself Archie Leach begins spotting his dead lover at random locations around the city, he must finally stop running and face the truth—which may not be quite as he's remembered it all these years. An American living in Australia, Archie's had so many aliases that when he wakes up handcuffed to a hospital bed, he almost forgets which one he's supposed to use. With his delivery job derailed by a brief and inconvenient death, he's earned the wrath of his underworld boss, landing him an exorbitant repayment plan and the commandeering of his apartment for everything from corpse storage to Tuesday night yoga class. While recovering from his injuries, Archie is roped into dog-sitting for his new neighbor, Nisha, and a reluctant friendship ensues. She introduces Archie to the strange world of the Orrery, a nine-story mecca of surreal hedonism whose ninth level promises to hold the answers they're both seeking. But Nisha has spun plenty of her own deceptions, as Archie realizes too late. At this rate, they may both end up dead without ever knowing who's been fooling whom."

J. M. Donellan (Author), Grant Cartwright (Narrator)

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Harnessing The Science of Learning: Success Stories to Help Kickstart Your School Improvement

"Drawing together the worlds of classroom practice, school leadership, and scientific research, this is an essential how-to guide for initiating and maintaining a school improvement journey based on the science of learning. What we now know about learning and teaching is vast; yet often, wading through the thousands of articles and books on this subject can leave even the most seasoned educator overwhelmed. This guide instead offers a distillation of key understandings―for teaching, literacy, mathematics, curriculum, and implementation―to launch your school improvement work. Harnessing the Science of Learning also features contributions from thought leaders across the fields of learning sciences and educational practice: Pamela Snow, Tanya Serry, Zach Groshell, Reid Smith, Toni Hatten-Roberts, Simon Breakspear, Katie Roberts-Hull, David Morkunas, Steven Capp, Shane Pearson, and Eamon Charles. This book illustrates practical ways to harness this knowledge, using a series of exemplary school case studies. These insightful narratives of transformation are interwoven with summaries of powerful teaching practices, forming a roadmap to drive improvement."

Nathaniel Swain (Author), Grant Cartwright (Narrator)

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Selling Online For Dummies

"Online shopping is more popular than ever, and ecommerce is now a multi-billion-dollar industry. Isn't it time for you to claim your share? If you've been wondering how to start an online business, or get your current business thriving online, this comprehensive guide shares everything you need to know. In Selling Online For Dummies, ecommerce advisor and online shopping guru Paul Waddy shows you exactly how to get started in setting up your online shop. With an expert's eye for business, and an easy-to-understand take on the technical stuff, Waddy takes you from digital start to finish as he discusses topics like: ● Finding hot products to sell, working with suppliers, and managing your inventory ● Building a website from scratch by choosing the right developer and platform ● Marketing your site with smart SEO, paid ads, and organic marketing strategies on Google, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok ● Understanding the user experience and creating happy, loyal customers ● Dealing with payments, currencies, taxes, and duties"

Paul Waddy (Author), Grant Cartwright (Narrator)

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Terribly Tristan

"Bad Boyfriends, Inc—when you can't find a good boyfriend, why not hire a bad one instead? Leo Fisher is the outward picture of respectability, just like his parents raised him to be. But when he inherits a crumbling terrace house from his great-uncle, he also inherits a tenant who turns his world upside down. Tristan is brazen, gorgeous, experienced and utterly fabulous. He's everything Leo is not—so why is Leo drawn to him? Leo has always made the right choices—the sensible choices—yet here he is, hooking up with his tenant, who's a rent boy. Tristan Montague is not a rent boy. Not exactly. He's a bad boyfriend. For a fee, he'll turn any date into the kind of disaster that will have his client's unsuspecting parents begging them to date anyone but him. Boyfriending for cash is fun—but for real? No, thanks. Tristan doesn't do relationships. Except when he meets his cute, awkward landlord Leo, Tristan finds himself rethinking his No Relationships rule. But in order for Leo to take a stand against his overbearing parents, Tristan will need to play the bad boyfriend one last time—and it's going to have to be spectacular. Contains mature themes."

Lisa Henry, Sarah Honey (Author), Grant Cartwright (Narrator)

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Horribly Harry

"To supplement his income while he's completing his degree, Harry Townsend hires himself out as a terrible date—he'll horrify parents and family members in all sorts of ways. But when it comes to actual relationships—and sex—Harry doesn't get the appeal. He doesn't get the same tingly feelings everyone else seems to when they meet someone. And he’s fine with that. Jack Windsor abandoned his university degree to do an apprenticeship as a mechanic. He's happy with his choices, but leaving uni meant losing his accommodation, and now he's crashing on his sister Mia's couch. It isn't ideal, but it's only until he finds something else—which is proving difficult. When Jack recognizes Harry from his sister's terrible date, he almost kills him. In the aftermath he discovers that not only was Harry's bad date with Mia a setup, but that Harry is looking for a roommate. Moving in with Harry is great, if only he wasn't so distractingly cute—and totally uninterested in Jack. Except as they grow closer, for the first time ever Harry starts to develop feelings. But how can Harry and Jack be together when Jack's family thinks that Harry is the worst human being in the universe? Contains mature themes."

Lisa Henry, Sarah Honey (Author), Grant Cartwright (Narrator)

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Food: Second Edition

"In Food, John Coveney examines 'food as . . . ' identity, politics, industry, regulation, the environment, justice, and gastronomy. He explores how food helps us understand what it means to be human. The centrality of food in life, and the importance of food as life, is undeniable. As a source of biological substrates, personal pleasure, and political power, food is and has been an enduring requirement of human biological, social, and cultural existence. Interest in food has increased across the academic, public, and popular spheres, fueled by popular media's constant play on the role of food and body size, and food and cooking, as a mass spectacle for TV audiences. Through food, we construct our social identities, our families and communities. However, Coveney also highlights the tensions between the industrialization of food, the environment, and the iniquitous distribution of food. He also considers how the food industries, on which most of us must rely, have also had direct effects on our bodies through diet, and the development of illness and diseases. This accessible primer is for students and general listeners alike, indeed, for anyone with an interest in food. It questions the idea that food is merely something inert on the plate. Instead, it shows how influential, symbolic, powerful, and transformative food has come to be."

John Coveney (Author), Grant Cartwright (Narrator)

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Beyond the Break: The Surf-Inspired Success Code for Business and Life

"What can a big wave teach you about living a big life? Sharing remarkable experiences from the world of professional surfing, Christo Hall offers a unique perspective on how we operate under pressure. Beyond the Break tells the story of a man finding his path in life—and the surf lessons along the way that shaped his attitude for entrepreneurial success. From big waves in Hawaii to swimming with sharks in South Africa, Christo reveals an intimate glimpse inside the mindset and lifestyle of a pro surfer. His journey from sportsman to renowned business mentor interlaces stories of adrenaline-stoked competitions and misadventures in partying with insightful reflections. From Christo's stories and practical advice, you'll discover how to handle your own inner critic; understand your limits and pick your battles; overcome failures and move forward to success; hone your mindset and boost your focus; and find your motivation and align your goals with your purpose. With Beyond the Break, you'll find the inspirational stories and the tips and strategies you need to take your own adventures to next level—in surf, business, and life."

Christo Hall (Author), Grant Cartwright (Narrator)

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Awfully Ambrose

"Bad Boyfriends, Inc—When you can't find a good boyfriend, why not hire a bad one instead? Ambrose Newman is a bad boyfriend. Professionally. If someone's parents don't approve of that long-haired unemployed bass player they want to date, that's where Ambrose comes in. For a few hundred dollars a night, he'll go to dinner with a client and their parents and show them that the grass is definitely not greener on his side of the fence. It's dead. When Ambrose brings a date to a fancy restaurant, it isn't sparks that fly—it's glassware. After his last boyfriend turned out to be a cheat, Liam Connelly has no interest in dating again, but his parents are determined to see him paired off. When they come to visit, he hires Ambrose to act as his boyfriend. If Ambrose can be a bad boyfriend, he can be a tolerable one too, right? But Ambrose plays the part too well and scores an invitation to spend the Easter weekend with the Connolly family at their winery, and Liam finds himself developing real affection for his fake boyfriend. But does Ambrose return those feelings, or is it all an act? Contains mature themes."

Lisa Henry, Sarah Honey (Author), Grant Cartwright (Narrator)

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Authoritarianism: A Very Short Introduction

"Authoritarianism is one of the buzzwords of our age. But what is it exactly? This Very Short Introduction provides a comprehensive overview of the world of authoritarian regimes, including military, single-party, and personalist regimes. It considers how understandings of authoritarianism have evolved over time, as well as the curious fact that many authoritarian regimes today hold elections. Drawing on examples from Africa, Asia, Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East, James Loxton examines the life cycle of authoritarian regimes. How are they born? What challenges do they face during life? Why do they die? The author shows how factors such as natural resource wealth and cross-border collaboration can contribute to authoritarian durability. He also highlights the disturbing fact that even when authoritarian regimes collapse, voters often use their newfound democratic rights to send former authoritarian officials back to office."

James Loxton (Author), Grant Cartwright (Narrator)

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Why Church?: Christianity as It Was Meant to Be

"An argument for the centrality of the Eucharistic church in an increasingly tribal world. As Western culture has secularized, the church has increasingly become marginalized and is seen as providing support and optional resources, rather than indispensable to the Christian life. In this volume, theologian Scott Cowdell argues for a recovery of the church as the proper context for Christian faith, life, and mission. In Why Church? Cowdell considers how we have arrived at this moment, examining how perceptions of the church have changed in response to increasing individualism and institutional failings. Suggesting that the Eucharistic Church embodies Christ's desire to draw humankind to him, Cowdell shows how the Christian life depends on Christian community. Written with adult formation in mind and from a perspective of generous orthodoxy, Why Church? makes a provocative case for the centrality of the church to Christian life. Discussion questions at the conclusion of each chapter offer provocative conversation starters for any adult education group."

Scott Cowdell PhD (Author), Grant Cartwright (Narrator)

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Audiobooks Narrated by Grant Cartwright